The Retro Diner
Ipswich
Updated: Jun 06, 2026
The Retro Diner is a classic 50's and 60's American style diner located in Ipswich's historic Top of Town precinct.
With a jukebox playing the hits of the era, booth seating, vintage formica tables, and plenty of old school photos adorning the walls, sitting at The Retro Diner offers a real dose of nostalgia.
The breakfast menu fits the retro theme with creative names including the King (Eggs Benedict); Olivia Newton-John (smashed abvo and poached eggs on toast), along with the Canadian (housemade pancakes with maple syrup. ince cream and whipped cream); and Parisienne (French toast or waffles with maple syrup, banana, berries and ice cream),
Theres also breakfast burgers or wraps including the James Dean (sausage patty, egg and cheese & side of hash brown); as well as Philli, Coney Island, Hawaiian or chicago dogs; garden salad; lasagne; quice or the Elvis PBB (toasted bread served with crispy Bacon, peanut butter & grilled banana).
Popular sweet favorites at The Retro Diner are Cake of the Day. gluten free chocolate and raspberry or citrus tart; and gluten free caramel slice. There's also a great selection of breekkie and lunch dishes on the kids menu,
The Retro Diner serves Aromas coffee, a range of specialty teas, hot chocolates, and 15 flavours of milkshakes such as traditional malt, chocolate or cherry vanilla.
In a nutshell - Classic 50's and 60's rockabilly style diner complete with traditional milkshakes, sundaes, hot dogs and home made burgers to boot.
Nice to know - Metered street parking is available along Brisbane St.
By Lucy Hordern
